Description

Tristearin CAS NO 68334-00-9 is a high-purity triglyceride derived from stearic acid, serving as a critical functional ingredient and intermediate in advanced manufacturing. Its consistent quality and predictable melting behavior make it indispensable for formulating products with specific texture, stability, and release properties. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the food, pharmaceutical, personal care, and chemical synthesis industries seeking reliable performance and supply chain assurance.

Application

• Food Industry: Used as a texturizer, stabilizer, and release agent in confectionery, bakery fats, and dairy analogs.
• Pharmaceuticals: Acts as a lubricant in tablet manufacturing and a base for sustained-release drug delivery matrices.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Functions as an opacifier, viscosity modifier, and emollient in creams, lotions, and soaps.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a key raw material for producing glycerol, fatty acids, and specialized esters.
• Candles & Waxes: Imparts hardness and a higher melting point to candle blends and industrial wax formulations.
• Polymer & Plastic Additives: Utilized as a plasticizer and internal lubricant in various polymer processing applications.
• Metalworking: Employed as a component in drawing and stamping compounds for lubrication.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tristearin
CAS No.	68334-00-9
Molecular Formula	C57H110O6
Molecular Weight	891.51 g/mol
Synonyms	Glyceryl Tristearate; Stearin; Glycerol Tristearate; 1,2,3-Tri(octadecanoyl)glycerol; Octadecanoic Acid 1,2,3-Propanetriyl Ester; Trioctadecanoin; STEARIC TRIGLYCERIDE; Tris(octadecanoyl)glycerol
EINECS	269-816-6

Quality Control

Our Tristearin is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and physical properties. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) and can support compliance with relevant standards such as FCC for food-grade applications or USP for pharmaceutical uses. Our commitment to traceability and batch-to-batch consistency guarantees a reliable supply for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	69 - 73 °C
Acid Value	≤ 2.0 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	≤ 3.0 g I2/100g
Saponification Value	188 - 198 mg KOH/g
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.